1. Functions and Modeling
Polynomial Functions — Quiz
Test your understanding of polynomial functions with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which of the following is the correct end behavior of the polynomial function $f(x) = -2x^4 + 3x^3 - x + 5$?
Question 2
What is the multiplicity of the zero at $x = 2$ for the polynomial $g(x) = (x - 2)^3(x + 1)(x - 4)^2$?
Question 3
Which of the following is a possible polynomial function with zeros at $x = -3$, $x = 1$, and $x = 5$ and with a leading coefficient of 2?
Question 4
A polynomial function $h(x)$ has a degree of 5 and exactly 3 distinct real zeros. Which of the following could be the correct combination of zeros and their multiplicities?
Question 5
Which polynomial function has a graph that passes through the point $(0, -12)$ and has zeros at $x = -2$, $x = 1$, and $x = 3$?